- The list below includes 34 free or cheap things to do in or near Grand Junction, Colorado, including 29 different types of inexpensive activities like Science Museums, Specialty Museums, Parks and Hiking Trails.
- From Colorado National Monument to Grand Mesa, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Grand Junction and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Fruita and Palisade.
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Play with interactive displays at the Dinosaur Journey Museum and live like a Grand Valley pioneer at the Cross Orchards Historic Site
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Colorado National Monument includes a variety of desert landscape attractions including canyons cut in sandstones, diverse rock formations and the largest flat-top mountain in the world, Grand Mesa. Activities available here include hiking, scenic drives, horseback riding and more.
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Known as the world's largest flat-top mountain, Grand Mesa covers many acres of land which include natural forest, numerous lakes, local wildlife and unique geological features. The scenery can be explored via the Mesa Scenic Byway.
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For an outdoor getaway, you can't do much better than Canyon View Park in Grand Junction. Featuring sports venues, dog parks, picnic areas, and a sculpture park, spend a day enjoying the fresh air and activities.
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Geography fanatics may enjoy what the Dominguez Canyon has to offer. The site, which is accessible by boat, features petroglyphs, waterfalls, and camping sites and is a suitable location for hiking.
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361 - 32 Road, Grand Junction, CO 81504
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At the James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park, visitors can walk along a river trail and take in scenic views. The site, which also offers access to laundry facilities and a playground, is also a suitable area for camping.
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The 142-mile Tabegauche Trail connects Montrose and Grand Junction, Colorado, providing hiking, mountain biking, and running areas for visitors to enjoy. The site also contains both desert flowers and cacti.
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Columbine Park offers a large playground for children and a large grassy area for dogs. The park has facilities for football games, volleyball and softball and features one shelter with nine picnic tables and two barbecues.
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3073 F Road, Grand Junction, CO 81504
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Experience life as a pioneer settler in the early 1900's by visiting Cross Orchards Historic Site. Stroll around the village and see the historic buildings as they were at the turn of the century, history buffs young and old will be entertained for hours.
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641 Struthers Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81501
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The Western Colorado Botanical Gardens features 15-acres of walking trails and meticulously maintained botanic exhibits. The site features a Butterfly House, Cactus, Herb, and Rose Gardens, plus a Children's Secret Garden.
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1340 Gunnison Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81501
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Lincoln Park-Moyer Swimming Pool is a 50-meter outdoor pool with a waterslide, splash pad, diving well with multiple diving boards, concession area, shade shelters and deck furniture. The pool is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.